!!For 370Z Owners with the Stuck Hatch Release Issue!!

LunaZ · 07-09-2010, 10:11 PM

I think I know what's squeaking.
I'm gonna try putting felt pads on the bottom of the cone shaped bumpers.

Modshack · 07-09-2010, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by LunaZ

I think I know what's squeaking.
I'm gonna try putting felt pads on the bottom of the cone shaped bumpers.

What you really need is to adjust the latch rather than put on a band-aid.....The hatch needs to shut tighter.

spearfish25 · 07-09-2010, 11:21 PM

New springs from Nissan fixed the problem completely for me.

LunaZ · 07-09-2010, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Modshack

What you really need is to adjust the latch rather than put on a band-aid.....The hatch needs to shut tighter.

Aww man! Pulling the plastic out of the hatch again?!?!?

wilsonp · 07-11-2010, 09:30 PM

Are newer cars coming with new springs installed?

LunaZ · 07-18-2010, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Modshack

What you really need is to adjust the latch rather than put on a band-aid.....The hatch needs to shut tighter.

So, just adjust the latch down towards the bottom of the car so the hatch is more snug?

rudi · 07-18-2010, 06:18 PM

I've noticed since changing my springs to fix the hatch not opening, I now have some minor rattles coming from the hatch when going over bumps. Any one else noticed this?

sonic370 · 07-18-2010, 07:11 PM

My 09 with 4300 miles on it did it almost from day one. does it bother me yes
is it a big deal no. showed dealer a copy of the tsb and they said they would take care of it.if this is the only issue i have with my car i will be a happy camper.

jikhead · 07-19-2010, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by rudi

I've noticed since changing my springs to fix the hatch not opening, I now have some minor rattles coming from the hatch when going over bumps. Any one else noticed this?

I have this same problem and took it by the dealer Friday. I'm taking it in Monday and they are going to adjust the latch so it pulls the hatch down tighter.

LunaZ · 07-19-2010, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by jikhead

I have this same problem and took it by the dealer Friday. I'm taking it in Monday and they are going to adjust the latch so it pulls the hatch down tighter.

I've got a skweeky hatch now, too.
I tried to adjust the latch, but it was already almost down as far as it could go in its bracket.
I was able to adjust it down maybe .75mm. We'll see if that makes a difference.
I don't feel like modifying the bracket.

jikhead · 07-19-2010, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LunaZ

I've got a skweeky hatch now, too.
I tried to adjust the latch, but it was already almost down as far as it could go in its bracket.
I was able to adjust it down maybe .75mm. We'll see if that makes a difference.
I don't feel like modifying the bracket.

I took it in this morning. They lowered the latch mechanism all the way which is pulling the hatch down tighter. They said it should pop open correctly now. We'll have to wait and see. As for the squeak, it's still there and they weren't able to completely eliminate it since the latch is lowered as far as it will go. They seem to be trying to blame my Nismo S-Tune spoiler for the squeak...the service mgr. mentioned downforce but I believe downforce would actually help the problem. He suggested I take it to the other dealer across town where I bought it (same ownership though) to have them look at the spoiler. It's not the spoiler as the squeak didn't start until the springs were replaced, which I told him that on Friday. I think they are just trying to pass the buck on to someone else. Like I said, there's nothing else in the service manuals for them to go by, so they don't have anything else to go by. I asked about putting the stock springs back on and he asked if I still had them, but I told him the shop kept them. So they are discarded and I would have to buy new ones...which isn't going to happen. It would be great to maybe start a new thread on the squeak so we can pinpoint where it's coming from. Perhaps we can find a DIY remedy for it.

fuct · 10-11-2010, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by jikhead

I took it in this morning. They lowered the latch mechanism all the way which is pulling the hatch down tighter. They said it should pop open correctly now. We'll have to wait and see. As for the squeak, it's still there and they weren't able to completely eliminate it since the latch is lowered as far as it will go. They seem to be trying to blame my Nismo S-Tune spoiler for the squeak...the service mgr. mentioned downforce but I believe downforce would actually help the problem. He suggested I take it to the other dealer across town where I bought it (same ownership though) to have them look at the spoiler. It's not the spoiler as the squeak didn't start until the springs were replaced, which I told him that on Friday. I think they are just trying to pass the buck on to someone else. Like I said, there's nothing else in the service manuals for them to go by, so they don't have anything else to go by. I asked about putting the stock springs back on and he asked if I still had them, but I told him the shop kept them. So they are discarded and I would have to buy new ones...which isn't going to happen. It would be great to maybe start a new thread on the squeak so we can pinpoint where it's coming from. Perhaps we can find a DIY remedy for it.

rear hatch squeek has been documented and a thread started..... search

2lo · 10-22-2010, 03:14 PM

my hatch has been not working off and on for the past month. As of 2 days ago it would just release but not open; i try to push it back down and open, but still just releases. I can't get into my trunk still. Called the dealer and they said they never heard of any issue with the Z. Now i gotta take time to go to the dealer and have them look at it and order whatever parts they feel it needs.

WShade · 10-22-2010, 03:30 PM

Print out the TSB in this thread and just get the replacement springs. I have not had a problem since I had them replaced. They are the same length, just a stronger spring.

370zproject · 10-22-2010, 03:35 PM

mine is acting up even after its been rplaced

View Poll Results: Does your rear hatch get stuck?
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07-09-2010, 10:11 PM	#616 (permalink)
LunaZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Vagabond Posts: 6,704 Drives: Project: a white one Rep Power: 512	I think I know what's squeaking. I'm gonna try putting felt pads on the bottom of the cone shaped bumpers. __________________ 2009 370Z Sport/Touring/Navigation \| see my journal for mods facebook: Be my friend... or not.

07-09-2010, 11:21 PM	#618 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	New springs from Nissan fixed the problem completely for me. __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

10-22-2010, 03:30 PM	#629 (permalink)
WShade Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 765 Drives: 09 370Z T/S/N Rep Power: 187	Print out the TSB in this thread and just get the replacement springs. I have not had a problem since I had them replaced. They are the same length, just a stronger spring. __________________ Q50S Q60 RS400

10-22-2010, 03:35 PM	#630 (permalink)
370zproject A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Memphis Age: 35 Posts: 16,104 Drives: 09 A/T 370z blue Rep Power: 53	mine is acting up even after its been rplaced __________________ Brake Upgrade Package ate blue, hawk hp ceramic pads, and slotted rotors

07-11-2010, 09:30 PM	#620 (permalink)
wilsonp A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,134 Drives: 2009 Touring Sp Nav Rep Power: 17	Are newer cars coming with new springs installed?

07-18-2010, 06:18 PM	#622 (permalink)
rudi Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 306 Drives: 370Z Australian Spec Rep Power: 16	I've noticed since changing my springs to fix the hatch not opening, I now have some minor rattles coming from the hatch when going over bumps. Any one else noticed this?

07-18-2010, 07:11 PM	#623 (permalink)
sonic370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Orange Texas Posts: 1,574 Drives: 09 370Z Sports PGK Rep Power: 18	My 09 with 4300 miles on it did it almost from day one. does it bother me yes is it a big deal no. showed dealer a copy of the tsb and they said they would take care of it.if this is the only issue i have with my car i will be a happy camper.

10-22-2010, 03:14 PM	#628 (permalink)
2lo Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: ny Posts: 19 Drives: 40th Anniversary Z Rep Power: 15	my hatch has been not working off and on for the past month. As of 2 days ago it would just release but not open; i try to push it back down and open, but still just releases. I can't get into my trunk still. Called the dealer and they said they never heard of any issue with the Z. Now i gotta take time to go to the dealer and have them look at it and order whatever parts they feel it needs.

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